Overview
Please note this position is based in our Glendale, AZ Distribution Center. This position is responsible for the planning of inbound and outbound company-controlled freight being delivered to the SFM Distribution Centers, retail locations, and other destinations as deemed necessary. Planning and optimization of this freight will be completed in the company’s Transportation Management System in adherence to SFM’s Procurement, Distribution Center, and Retail teams’ scheduling policies. The Planning Specialist is responsible for aligning the inbound & outbound strategy with Supply Chain and Distribution teams for the most efficient and timely flow of freight to its final destination.
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Establish positive collaborative business relationships with cross-functional teams with Internal Teams, Distribution Centers, carriers, and suppliers.
- Optimize and route loads to maximize cube and weight utilization while ensuring SLA’s are met.
- Build and tender loads to third-party and Sprouts Farmers Market controlled dedicated carriers utilizing Mercury Gate TMS and other systems.
- Negotiate favorable freight rates on the spot market and before, during, and after freight RFP bids to ensure the most cost-effective transportation possible.
- Complete data and prepare various reports and communication as required.
- Work in close collaboration with internal Produce Procurement team and internal Supply Chain team.
- Communicate with carriers, brokers, and vendors to determine status of shipments, resolve issues, and communicate appropriate information to internal and external stakeholders.
- Optimize lanes and control expense through the development of a freight strategy that aligns with Sprouts Farmers Market pricing strategy.
- Execute timely delivery of product to support inventory initiatives, reduce shrink, and optimize Sprouts Farmers Market operations.
- Act as a liaison with vendors, carriers, and internal teams to ensure product delivery according to customer requirements.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities & Physical Requirements)
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field preferred
- Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations
- Knowledge of tractors, trailers, and other transportation equipment
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Ability to successfully manage concurrent projects, multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast pace environment and comply with strict time frames and deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical and decision-making skills, and ability to work on cross-functional teams
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Why Sprouts
Grow with us!
If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
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